Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability in Windows WebView by Microsoft
CVE-2026-56173

7HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Windows 10 Version 1809
Windows 10 Version 21h2
Windows 10 Version 22h2
Windows 11 Version 23h2
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 July 2026

What is CVE-2026-56173?

The Windows WebView component has a vulnerability that can be exploited by an authenticated attacker to elevate their privileges locally. This issue arises from improper memory handling within the WebView, allowing unauthorized access to resources and control over the affected system. Users are advised to apply the latest patches provided by Microsoft to mitigate this risk and protect their systems from potential exploitation.

Affected Version(s)

Windows 10 Version 1809 32-bit Systems 10.0.17763.0 < 10.0.17763.9020

Windows 10 Version 21H2 32-bit Systems 10.0.19044.0 < 10.0.19044.7548

Windows 10 Version 22H2 32-bit Systems 10.0.19045.0 < 10.0.19045.7548

References

https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE...
vendor-advisorypatch

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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